Wednesday, October 21, 2015

CLAYTON, New York (October 21,
2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater
nautical museum, has announced a new closing date for the 2015 season.

The last day for visitors to
tour the Antique Boat Museum will be Saturday, October 31. The Museum is
currently operating under its Fall/Winter schedule and is open Tuesday through
Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and closed on Sunday and Monday. Select
exhibits are being taken off display for the season and a discount admission rate
is in effect.

Hours of Operations for
Visitors & Shoppers

Tuesday-Saturday
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday,
Monday
Closed

Fall/Winter Admission Rates

Adult
$8.00
Youth
$4.00

Child(under 6 yrs)
FREE
Groups
Call for pricing

Active
Military & Immediate Family
FREE

Retired
Military
FREE

Military
Spouse
$7.00

Note:
Select summer season discount offers do not apply

Following the October 31
closing date, shoppers who wish to make a purchase from the Bowline Boutique
are still able to do so Monday-Friday through the holiday season. Please call
ahead to ensure a staff member is available to help you: 315-686-4104.

An opening date for the 2016
season has been set for Friday, May 6.

About
ABM

The
ABM is home to North America’s largest antique boat collection with more than
300 boats and over 1,000 boating artifacts. In addition, the Museum is also
host of the longest running antique boat show, which will celebrate its 52nd
year next August 5-7, 2016. For more information, please visit the Museum’s
website at abm.org.

Monday, September 28, 2015

The
third annual "North Country Troopers Assisting the Troops" guided
fishing trip for our servicemen and women was held at Frink Park in Clayton, on
Saturday, September 19th. Over 80
soldiers were taken out fishing by local charter fishing guides from three area
communities (Clayton, Alexandria Bay, and Cape Vincent). They were then brought back to the main dock
in a parade of the fishing boats where they were cheered by a large crowd of
troopers, firemen and civilians who came
to support our troops.

Gold-Mountain(Bob and Patty) produced a short video clip of the event:

Shortly after uploading our video we received
a note from Mike Pastuf who is the Secretary of Troopers Assisting Troops. He thanked us for our production and
encouraged us to help get the word out so that more people will be there to
cheer next year. You can stay tuned to
this blog for more details about next year's event as they become
available. Patty has also written an
article about it with more pictures for the Thousand Islands Life Magazine.

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

CLAYTON,
New York (September 22, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s
premier freshwater nautical museum, has announced its Fall/Winter dates of
operation.

Beginning
October 13, the Museum will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until
4 p.m. and closed on Sunday and Monday. Select exhibits will be taken off display
for the season and a discount admission rate will be in effect.

The extended calendar will take
the Museum through 194 days of operation in 2015.

Fall/Winter
Dates of Operation

Wednesday,
September
30
LaDuchesse Houseboat Tours Conclude

Monday,
October
12
Ride the River Boat Rides Conclude

Tuesday,
October
13
Fall/Winter Season Begins

Friday,
November 20
Museum and Bowline Boutique Close for the Season

Hours
of Operations

Tuesday-Saturday
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday,
Monday
Closed

Fall/Winter
Admission Rates

Adult
$8.00

Youth
$4.00

Child(under 6 yrs)
FREE

Groups
Call for pricing

Active Military & Immediate Family FREE

Retired
Military
FREE

Military
Spouse
$7.00

Note: Select summer season discount offers do not apply

The
Bowline Boutique will also remain open through November 20, allowing for
visitors to shop ahead of the holiday season.

Thus
far in 2015, the ABM has seen an increase in attendance, including a 20% boost
in the month of July compared to 2014 totals. In addition, the annual antique
boat show entertained more than 6,000 visitors this year.

About
ABM

The
ABM is home to North America’s largest antique boat collection with more than
300 boats and over 1,000 boating artifacts. In addition, the Museum is also
host of the longest running antique boat show, which will celebrate its 52nd
year next August 5-7, 2016. For more information, please visit the Museum’s
website at abm.org.

Friday, September 18, 2015

CLAYTON, New York (September 18, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) announced today that Frederick “Fritz” H. Hager, the Museum’s
Executive Director since January 2012, has resigned his position effective
immediately.

Hager will remain with the museum in a consulting role
through the end of the year.

Rick W. Tague, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, said
“Fritz and the Board have thoughtful, professional difference of opinions
regarding the operational priorities and strategic direction of the ABM. As a
result, the Board made the decision to seek new leadership and Fritz agreed to
step aside as executive director.”

John C. MacLean, the ABM’s Executive Director from 2002
through 2010, will serve as interim executive director while the ABM conducts a
search for a permanent successor.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

CLAYTON,
New York (September 2, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s
premier freshwater nautical museum, will once again open its doors free of
charge on Saturday September 26, 2015, as part of Smithsonian magazine’s
eleventh annual Museum Day Live! On this day only, participating museums across
the United States emulate the spirit of the Smithsonian Institution’s
Washington DC-based facilities, which offer free admission every day, and open
their doors for free to those who download a Museum Day Live! ticket.

Inclusive
by design, the event represents Smithsonian’s commitment to make learning and
the spread of knowledge accessible to everyone. Last year’s event drew over
400,000 participants, and this year’s event is expected to attract more museum
goers than ever before.

“We
encourage our North Country neighbors, as well as visitors from afar, to come
and see what the ABM has to offer,” explained Michael Folsom, director of
marketing and communications. “This nationwide event is a wonderful opportunity
to get out and explore your local institutions and further educate yourself on
their mission and purpose.”

The
Museum Day Live! ticket is now available for download at Smithsonian.com/museumday. Visitors who present the Museum Day Live! ticket will gain
free entry for up to two (2) at participating venues for one (1) day only. One
ticket, per household, per email address is permitted. For more information
about Museum Day Live! 2015 and a full list of participating museums and
cultural institutions, please visit Smithsonian.com/museumday.

About
Smithsonian Media
Smithsonian Media comprises of its flagship publication, Smithsonian magazine,
as well as Air & Space, Smithsonian Books, and the Smithsonian Media
Digital Network. In addition, Smithsonian Media oversees the Smithsonian
Institution’s interest in the Smithsonian Channel, a joint venture between the
Smithsonian Institution and CBS/Showtime. Smithsonian Media is a division of
Smithsonian Enterprises, the revenue-generating business unit of the
Smithsonian Institution. The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest
museum and research complex consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the
National Zoological Park and nine research facilities. Approximately 30 million
people from around the world visit the museums annually.

Monday, August 24, 2015

Thanks to
the owners of Cavallario's Steak and Seafood, several pieces of medieval
inspired artwork have been added to the collection of arms and armor at Singer Castle on Dark Island. They will be hung in various
places around the castle. One piece
showing jousting knights is now on display over the buffet in the castle’s
Dining Room.

Sunday, August 16, 2015

More than once Bob and Patty Mondore have hiked the beautiful gem of a trail located in the 1,000 Islands called the Macsherry Trail. The story behind the trail leads to another beautiful 1000 Islands gem. Patty has written a wonderful article about the Macsherry family (Richard and Mary, et al) which has just been published in the Thousand Islands Life online magazine:

No need to reinvent the wheel here. So without further ado, please click on the above link to read the article for a fascinating message, complete with pictures of the trail and the philanthropists behind it and so much more!

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

CLAYTON,
New York (July 21, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s
premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today
a complete guide to the longest running Antique Boat Show in North America, to
be held Friday, July 31 through Sunday, August 2.

The 51st
edition of the annual Antique Boat Show & Auction presented by RBC Wealth Management will feature a wide variety of antique and classic boats from near
and far. In addition, the Marketplace returns, unique forums will be held, the
popular boat auction conducted by Antique Boat America will take place on
August 1 at 1:00 p.m., and the ABM education department has lined up an
assortment of children’s activities throughout the weekend. Plus, live music
rocks the Museum campus on Friday and Saturday.

Fleet
Fete – Friday, July 31 at 6 p.m. – a first look at the Boat Auction, after
hours peek at the Boat Show, and great food. A fundraising event to benefit the
ABM. Tickets $75/person and can be purchased by calling 315-686-4104.

First 500 visitors through
the gate on August 1 receive a free 51st Boat Show koozie, courtesy
of RBC Wealth Management.

Free
souvenir photo booth on Saturday, August 1 from 11 – 3 p.m.

Boat Auction, conducted by
Antique Boat America, takes place Saturday, August 1 at 1:00 p.m.; bidder
paddles can be obtained in person the day of the auction

Forums include well-known
author Tony Mollica on Friday, July 31, as well as Tom “Doc Lyman” Koroknay on
both Friday and Saturday.

After Hours at the Boat
Show with cocktails and dinner, catered by The Clipper Inn, on Saturday, August
1. Tickets available by calling 686-4104.

Boat Show concludes with
the Grand Parade presented by Bernier, Carr & Associates on Sunday, August
2 starting at Noon.

Village
street parking is permitted, however the ABM asks that you be considerate of
our neighbors and avoid blocking sidewalks and driveways.

The ABM Community Lot located on Riverside Drive behind Watertown
Savings Bank will be utilized by the Museum and should remain clear of all
vehicles and trailers beginning on Thursday, July 30 through Sunday August 2 at
5:00 p.m.

DOCKING Visitors coming to the show by boat may wish
to reconsider as dock

space
is likely to be minimal. If attempting, please know that dock space is on a
first come-first serve basis along the French Bay end of the Mary Street
Municipal Dock. All boaters will need to check-in through admissions in the
Boat Shop before proceeding into the show.

No docking will be
permitted on the ABM docks for the general public during Boat Show.

BOATER SAFETY The ABM asks that boaters be courteous and
neighborly when cruising

near
the Museum and keep wakes to a minimum.

SMOKING Smoking will only be permitted within
designated areas on the grounds

during
Boat Show. No smoking will be allowed on the main campus,

within
exhibit buildings, or on the docks.

DOGS Dogs will only be allowed in the Marketplace
and street-side areas of

the event grounds. No dogs
will be permitted into buildings or the interior main campus of the ABM. Owners
are responsible for cleaning up after their dog and keeping them leashed at all
times.

NOTES OF INTEREST The
main entrance to the show will be at the ABM Boat Shop on the

corner of Alexandria Street and Mary Street. All visitors must
obtain wristbands or badges to enter.

Mary Street Closed – the stretch of Mary Street between Alexandria
and Theresa Streets, in front of the ABM, will be closed to traffic throughout
the show, including overnight hours.

Clayton Public Boat Ramp
will remain accessible via Theresa Street throughout the event.

Sunday, July 19, 2015

CLAYTON, New York (July 19, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM),
North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York,
announced today re-elections and appointments to the Museum Board of Trustees.

Re-elected to three-year
terms, through July 2018, during the Museum’s annual membership meeting on
Friday, July 17, 2015:

William J. Cosgrove, Jr.

Harold B. Johnson II

Eric Mower

Joseph M. Pal

Melissa Ringer-Hardy

John D. Simpson

Rick W. Tague

Addison F. Vars III

In addition, Edward C.
McNally and Lee T. Hirschey were appointed as Trustee Emeritus,
following extensive tenures and playing significant roles as members of the
Museum Board.

Appointed as Officers at the
Museum’s Board Meeting on July 17:

Rick W. Tague – Chairman

Kathleen R. Cross – Vice
Chairman

Charles S. Crow III –
Secretary

William J. Cosgrove, Jr. –
Treasurer

The ABM, now open daily 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., is home to North
America’s largest antique boat collection with more than 300 boats and over
1,000 boating artifacts. In addition, the Museum is also host of the longest
running antique boat show, which will celebrate its 51st year this
coming July 31 – August 2. For more information, visit the Museum’s website at
abm.org.

Monday, June 29, 2015

CLAYTON,
New York (June 29, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) announced today that
it will extend a special offer to all New York State-based law enforcement
officials between July 1 and July 10.

Following
a strenuous three-week manhunt by multiple law enforcement agencies in northern
NY, the ABM will offer half price admission to all law enforcement officers,
with valid law enforcement identification, as a means of thanks for their work
and dedication to keep our great state safe.

“For
nearly a month, communities in northern NY were rattled by the fact that two
dangerous individuals were hiding out and their whereabouts was unknown. It is
a relief for all New Yorkers to now know the challenging work by law
enforcement has paid off,” explained Michael Folsom, Director of Marketing &
Communications. “This offer is just our small way of saying thanks and we
encourage other attractions and organizations from across the state to find
similar ways to participate.”

The
half price admission offer is valid beginning on Wednesday, July 1 and will run
through Friday, July 10. This offer is being extended to not just those who
were a part of the search, but any and all law enforcement based within NY
State, including US Border and Protection, correctional facility officers, NYS
Park Rangers, etc.

The
ABM, located at 750 Mary Street, Clayton NY 13624, is now open daily 9 a.m.
until 5 p.m. and is home to North America’s largest antique boat collection
with more than 300 boats and over 1,000 boating artifacts. In addition, the
Museum is also host of the longest running antique boat show, which will
celebrate its 51st year this July 31-August 2. For more information,
please visit the Museum’s website at abm.org.

Thursday, June 25, 2015

CLAYTON,
New York (June 25, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) announced today that
the fifth annual 1000 Islands Concours d' Elegance Classic Car Show will be
held on Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. This year’s theme has been
crowned “British Royalty” and the featured marques of the year include Rolls
Royce, Bentley, Jaguar and Aston Martin.

Entries
for cars of any marque and age may be submitted, but must be at least 25 or
more years of age to be eligible for judging. The judged awards will include
the Brock Yates Best in Show Trophy, the Judges Choice Trophy, the Fred
Petroske Memorial Trophy for the best British car, as well as three (3) 1000
Island Awards trophies. Previous winners of the Brock Yates Trophy include a
1955 Mercedes 300SL Gullwing Coupe, a 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 and a 1954
Corvette.

All
entered vehicles (judged and unjudged) are eligible for the People’s Choice
(Marque of the Year), People’s Choice (non-Marque of the Year) and “Car I Would
Most Like to Drive Home” awards, which are selected by the public. All women in
attendance will have the opportunity to select the Ladies Choice Award.

On
July 12, there will be a guided drive around the beautiful 1000 Islands area,
which will include a driving tour through the town of Alexandria Bay following
the old route of “Round-the-House” races that took place in the 1930s.
Participant cars will also make a visit to the Cornwall Brothers Store Museum
where a new exhibit relating to those races is expected to debut.

Registration
for the show is $40 per vehicle, which includes museum entrance, lunch and a
boat ride, plus participation in the Sunday drive. Registration forms and
additional information are available at abm.org or by contacting Margaret
Hummel at mhummel@abm.org or
315-686-4104.

The
ABM, now open daily 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., is home to North America’s largest
antique boat collection with more than 300 boats and over 1,000 boating
artifacts. In addition, the Museum is also host of the longest running antique
boat show, which will celebrate its 51st year this July 31-August 2.
For more information, please visit the Museum’s website at abm.org.

As in
years past, steamboats will come and go from the ABM docks over the course of
the week as the group enjoys the region, as well as the Museum. On Tuesday,
June 16 from 5-6:30 p.m., the public is invited to come to the ABM for a free
“meet and greet” event with the steamboat captains and have the opportunity to
explore the steamboats more closely.

The
ABM, now open daily 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., is home to North America’s largest
antique boat collection with more than 300 boats and over 1,000 boating
artifacts. In addition, the Museum is also host of the longest running antique
boat show, which will celebrate its 51st year this July 31-August 2.
For more information, please visit the Museum’s website at abm.org.

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

CLAYTON,
New York (June 9, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s
premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today
its free summer sailing and rowing opportunities for 2015.

Beginning
on Tuesday, June 23, the ABM will kick-off its popular Tuesday Night Sailing
& Rowing program. This free weekly event takes place June 23 through August
11 and begins each week at 5:30 p.m.

This
program is open to the public and to those of all ages. No sailing experience
is required. The ABM staff are the boat with visitors teaching you and guiding
you through basic sailing technique.

Not
interested in sailing, then give skiff rowing a try. St. Lawrence Skiff rowing
is free daily at the Museum with paid admission, in addition to the Tuesday
evening events.

Also,
the ABM will again host a wide-range of sailing courses throughout the summer
including adult, junior, teen, and advanced courses. Courses run throughout
July and August. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more
information or to check availability, contact Julie Broadbent at 315-686-4104
ext 235.

The
ABM, now open daily 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., is home to North America’s largest
antique boat collection with more than 300 boats and over 1,000 boating
artifacts. For more information, please visit the Museum’s website at abm.org.

Friday, June 5, 2015

CLAYTON, New York (June 5, 2015) - The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) invites everyone to come to Clayton on Saturday, June 13, 2015 for a fun-filled day of activities.

The popular free admission 1000 Islands Family Day, brought you by Watertown Savings Bank, Fidelis Care, and 7News/Fox28, is set to take place at the ABM on June 13 and feature free admission all day as well as activities for the entire family between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Activities will include free skiff rowing, $5 boat rides, food and beverages for a nominal fee, face painting, crafts, flyboard demonstrations, an appearance by the Watertown Bucks, and much more.

In addition, the ABM, along with US and Canadian border officials, will host their second annual panel discussion, Boating on the Border, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Canadian Border Services, U.S. Border Patrol, and other government entities will each introduce their organization's mission of work on the River. Boaters from both sides of the River are encouraged to come withquestions regarding: enforcement, any recent changes of policy, crossing procedures ("in transit," not stopping, anchoring for the day), what not tohave onboard your boat, and more. This is a good time to dispel myths and educate boaters about how to safely and legally navigate and enjoy both sides of the River along the international border.

CLAYTON,
New York (June 5, 2015) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s
premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, NY announced today a new
initiative aimed at saluting our military members.

Throughout
the 2015 season, the ABM and Carthage, NY based Slack Chemical Company will
partner in an initiative geared toward making a soldier’s visit to the ABM more
enjoyable and the full experience. Salute-A-Soldier presented by Slack Chemical
will match visitor contributions of $10 to provide free rides aboard the ABM’s
Miss 1000 Islands II, a replica 1930s speedboat that provides a daily
schedule of 45-minute trips through the 1000 Islands from the ABM’s docks.

Miss 1000 Islands II

”We
are extremely pleased to have Slack Chemical join us in this new program,” said
Frederick H. Hager, the ABM’s Executive Director. “Salute-A-Soldier will
ensure that soldiers get out on the St. Lawrence River and fully-experience the
beauty of the region, as well as the mystical joys of a wooden boat,” he added.

Throughout
the summer, Slack Chemical will help to underwrite speedboat rides for our
active military members, while museum visitors will be asked at Museum
Admissions if they too wish to make a contribution to allow for a soldier to
have the opportunity to experience the St. Lawrence River.

The
Salute-A-Solider program will serve as an additional perk for active soldiers
visiting the ABM. In May, the ABM announced that it will again serve as one of
more than 2,000 Blue Star Museums across the country providing complimentary
admission to active military and their immediate families. In addition, the ABM
and River Hospital currently serve as partners to ensure that soldiers
specifically in the River Community Wellness Program for PTSD patients get out
on the water during required relaxation sessions.

About
ABM

The
ABM, now open daily 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., is home to North America’s largest
antique boat collection with more than 300 boats and over 1,000 boating
artifacts. In addition, the Museum is also host of the longest running antique
boat show, which will celebrate its 51st year this July 31 – August
2. For more information, please visit the Museum’s website at abm.org.

About
Slack Chemical

Slack Chemical has been in
operation since 1944 serving as a chemical warehousing, repackaging and
distribution company, while specializing in swift, reliable delivery of the
highest quality products. Slack Chemical has more than 500 commodity items
worth well over $7 million stored at their facilities in Carthage, Castorland,
and Saratoga Springs, NY, which include three rail sidings; 650,000 gallons of
liquid storage, and 385,000 square footage of packaging, warehousing and office
space. For more information on Slack Chemical, please visit www.slackchem.com.